26 Apr, 10:43··

Police in Schools to Reduce Fighting

Spain is adding police to schools to stop fights and violence. The pilot program started in Catalonia. It is because of problems with students and poverty.

The Generalitat of Catalonia is running a trial program. Thirteen secondary schools are involved. Mossos d’Esquadra officers are being sent to these schools. The government says this is due to increased poverty. Students are facing difficult situations.

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Highlights

Police in Catalan Schools

The Generalitat of Catalonia is deploying police officers in 13 schools.

Addressing School Conflict

The goal is to reduce conflict and violence in schools.

Poverty a Factor

Increased poverty is linked to the problem.

Pilot Program Launched

A pilot program is being run in Catalonia.

Mossos d’Esquadra Officers

Mossos d’Esquadra officers are part of the deployment.